Art Alliance Austin presents Art Talk Austin-a quarterly series of casual discussions by artists, collectors, and curators set in inspiring art settings. Learn about how art is created, presented, sold, and collected while meeting new people and discovering new art.

Art Talk Austin will be presented during Art Week Austin 08 starting April 7th.

Art City Austin 08 / April 12-13, 2008 - Each April, hundreds juried independent and emerging artists descend on the hub of innovation, expression, and individuality that is Austin, Texas. 20,000+ art enthusiasts from the region and nation are expected at Art City Austin 08 (formerly the Austin Fine Arts Festival). The outdoor fair is set against streets, plazas, and green spaces on the edge of a flourishing and hip downtown shopping and arts district•where the award-winning Austin City Hall rests on the banks of Lady Bird Lake. Reflecting the city's vibrant energy, the city's largest and longest running outdoor art fair offers not only rousing art for many budgets, but complimentary art experiences for all who enter. Discover a temporary art utopia where curious and delightful discoveries await around each corner. Art City Austin is ranked the top art fair in Texas and 20th in the nation. Admission is $8 for adults-under 12 are free. Welcome to art city! - more info

Art After Dark Austin 08 / April 12, 2008, 7-10 PM transforms the Art City Austin site into an exquisite visual, culinary and performing art experience. Join Art Alliance Austin for an exclusive evening celebrating 220 visual artists, live music, and culinary specialties from Austin's best restaurants. Tickets are $65 per person - buy online now.